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Definition of sanctity

sanctity

/ˈsæŋk.tɪ.ti/
sanc · ti · ty
Plural:sanctities
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Adjective:sacred
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• noun

1

Ultimate importance and inviolability of a principle, right, or institution.

Example

"The legal system is built to uphold the sanctity of human life and individual liberty."

2

The state or quality of being holy, sacred, or saintly.

Example

"The ancient temple was revered by pilgrims as a place of deep spiritual sanctity."

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• Rhymes for sanctity

• Nearby Words

sanctimonious
sanction
sanctionable
sanctity
sanctuary
sanctum
sand

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French 'saintete' and directly from Latin 'sanctitas', derived from 'sanctus' meaning 'holy' or 'consecrated' (the past participle of 'sancire', meaning 'to consecrate' or 'make sacred').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sanctity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sanctity
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